LAKE CHARLES - The McNeese Athletic Foundation has signed a multi-year partnership contract with the Health and Safety Council Louisiana (HASC LA), Deputy AD and MAF Executive Director Matt Fontenot has announced.

The Health and Safety Council Louisiana is a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to cost-effective services for the Louisiana community and business sectors, and has served Louisiana since 1955.

"We couldn't be more excited to partner with the Health and Safety Council Louisiana," said Fontenot. "The Safety Council has been a cornerstone of our community for generations, helping develop a stronger, safer, and more skilled workforce while serving thousands of individuals and businesses across the region. 

"This partnership is about two organizations with deep roots in Southwest Louisiana coming together to make an even greater impact. The McNeese Athletic Foundation is committed to providing championship opportunities for our student-athletes, and we're proud to align with an organization that shares our passion for investing in people and strengthening our community. We look forward to building something special together and creating a partnership that Cowboy fans, Safety Council members, and all of Southwest Louisiana can be proud of."

"On behalf of the Health and Safety Council Louisiana, we're thrilled to partner with the McNeese Athletic Foundation," said Sarita Scheufens, President, HASC LA. "As a lifelong resident of Calcasieu Parish, I have seen McNeese continue to strengthen its role as a cornerstone of Southwest Louisiana through a modern athletics program, expanded online learning opportunities, and a welcoming campus environment that supports students as they prepare for their futures.

"HASC LA is honored to partner with McNeese in advancing opportunities for the people of our region. We work closely with educators to help create clear pathways from the classroom to meaningful careers. We believe the citizens of this region deserve the first opportunity to access high-wage jobs, and we are dedicated to cultivating and connecting local talent with the employers who need them."

About HASC Louisiana 
HASC Louisiana is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to building safe workplaces through workforce training, occupational health, screening, and technology solutions. Formerly known as the Safety Council of Southwest Louisiana, HASC Louisiana has served the state's industrial community since 1955, continually evolving to meet the changing needs of industry, owner companies, and contractors.